Joe Biden and Kamala Harris’ election victory was hard won and left many American residents exhausted. That didn’t stop people from reflecting on the historic significance of having in Harris, the first woman Vice President. It certainly wasn’t lost on our family, least of all because Harris is of Black and Asian heritage. Add to…
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“Could Pandemic Pods Be The Home-Schooling Solution You’re Looking For?” (British Vogue)
Read moreWhen I was asked if I wanted to “pod up” for the new school year, I had to think long and hard. I had to weigh up the safety of my children against the effects of lockdown on their mental health, as well as the wider social implications of exacerbating social inequality. I hope my…
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“Take A Moment This Month To Celebrate Britain’s Unsung Black Heroes” (British Vogue)
Read moreOctober is Black History Month in the UK. When I was growing up, in the ’90s, we Black Brits leaned heavily on the language of our American cousins to celebrate our unique brand of excellence. That was hard to do in a country that rarely acknowledged the realities of our existence and our cultural diversity.…